Chapter 1 — He Kept Calling You "Sister-in-law" Right to Your Face!-Villain: I Refuse to Be Cannon Fodder—Is It My Fault the Heroine Thinks I’ve Changed?(Accepted for payment)

"What are you thinking about? Hurry up and come in..."

"Sister-in-law, then I'll come in..."

"Move it in a little... yes, right there..."

The voluptuous beauty smiled with satisfaction at the placement of the flowerpot. Lin Li wiped the sweat from his brow as he stood by. Even now, he could hardly believe he had transmigrated. This world was the setting of a modern urban novel he had read, and he had become the lackey of the story's villain.

Not only was his status low, but the worst part was that he didn't have a happy ending. He only survived a few chapters before being killed with a single punch by the protagonist. He had thought that, as someone carrying the aura of destiny, he would activate a system, but after waiting several days, nothing had happened. Lin Li couldn't help but feel disheartened.

Without a system, his fate was already sealed. Death itself wasn't so terrifying, but to die so pathetically—Lin Li was unwilling to accept such an end. This was an urban novel, after all! The author was utterly deranged, filling the story with dozens of captivating women, each more alluring than the last. The thought of all these beauties ending up in the protagonist's harem made Lin Li grind his teeth in frustration.

"Thank you for your hard work, Lin Li..."

"You're too polite, sister-in-law..." Lin Li quickly replied.

Standing before him was Su Lan, the mistress of the Qin family and the woman of Qin Wanqian, the family head. Su Lan was in her thirties, but as the matron of the Qin family, she was remarkably well-maintained. Her skin was fair, her face delicate as porcelain, and she looked no different from a woman in her early twenties. Yet, as a mature woman, she was far more enticing than any young girl, exuding an aura of ripe sensuality.

Lin Li couldn't help but feel his heart race as he watched her. His so-called elder brother was already in his seventies, so frail he needed a cane to walk, let alone think of any nighttime activities. Sometimes, as a loyal subordinate, Lin Li really wanted to "help" his sister-in-law, but given his current identity, he could only sigh in frustration.

[Ding, the Villain System is activating!]

Just then, a mechanical voice echoed in Lin Li's mind. He jolted in surprise.

At last, the system had arrived!

Filled with joy, Lin Li hurriedly checked his system interface.

[Ding, system binding successful!]

[Congratulations, Host, on receiving the Novice Gift Pack!]

"Novice Gift Pack? Open it for me right now!" Lin Li could barely contain his excitement.

"Congratulations, Host, on opening the Novice Gift Pack. You have received one Marrow Cleansing Pill, and mastery in Bajiquan!"

"Bajiquan!"

Lin Li was overjoyed. Although this was a modern novel, the protagonist possessed martial prowess.

In the original storyline, Lin Li had exchanged a single punch with the protagonist and was sent straight to the ICU, dying from the blow—a terrifying fate indeed. But now, with full mastery of Bajiquan, Lin Li was confident he could withstand the protagonist's attack. After all, Bajiquan was famed for its power. As the saying went, "Tai Chi brings peace to the world, but Bajiquan decides its fate." That alone spoke to Bajiquan's might.

With his heart ablaze, Lin Li checked the effects of the Marrow Cleansing Pill.

[Marrow Cleansing Pill: Purifies all bodily meridians, allowing the host to be reborn.]

Without hesitation, Lin Li swallowed the pill.

"Wait, what’s that odd smell?" Su Lan wrinkled her nose and glanced at Lin Li.

"It's coming out!"

The next moment, Su Lan pointed at him in shock.

"Huh?" Lin Li looked down, realizing the foul odor was coming from his own body, and some unknown black liquid was oozing from his skin.

"I'll go wash up first..."

Reacting quickly, Lin Li dashed into the shower. In the blink of an eye, he stripped bare and began to scrub himself clean.

Meanwhile, Lin Li took the time to thoroughly understand his new system. As long as he hunted down the so-called "Children of Fate," intercepted their opportunities, women, and wealth, he would earn system rewards. If the system detected any villainous behavior, he would also receive Villain Points, which could be exchanged in the system's marketplace for various rewards.

Lin Li browsed through the marketplace, amazed at the vast array of items, but he had no points and could afford nothing for now. Still, he wasn’t worried; as the right-hand man of a villain, he would have plenty of chances to act out his villainous role.

After more than twenty minutes, Lin Li finally washed himself clean. He could feel the changes within himself—his lower abdomen burned with energy, and his whole body brimmed with strength.

"Did I get taller? And... longer too?"

Gazing into the bathroom mirror, Lin Li saw that not only had he changed inside, but his outward appearance had transformed as well.

"With these looks, the protagonist will be green with envy. No one will dare stand next to me at the urinals!"

Lin Li flashed a wicked grin and dried himself off, only to realize he was in a bind. His clothes were stained with the strange black liquid and couldn't be worn, but going out naked wasn't an option either.

"Sister-in-law!"

Left with no other choice, Lin Li called out to Su Lan for help.

"What is it?" Su Lan's voice floated up from downstairs.

"Could you... bring me some clothes? Mine are dirty and I can't wear them..."

"Wait there..." Su Lan replied, and Lin Li breathed a sigh of relief.

She truly was considerate, not a hint of pride to her, aside from being an absolutely perfect woman...

[Ding, villainous behavior detected. 1,000 Villain Points awarded!]

"Hmm?" Lin Li was momentarily stunned, then understood. Having his sister-in-law bring him clothes was considered a villainous act? He was ecstatic.

Sorry, big brother, villains have no use for morals...

As he pictured Su Lan's voluptuous figure, Lin Li felt a surge of masculine pride.

"Open the door a crack, I'll hand them in to you..." Su Lan's voice came from outside.

"Alright..." Lin Li quickly agreed, opening the door just enough to see Su Lan's back as she shyly held out the clothes.

"Who would've thought she’d be so reserved..." Lin Li thought, and as he took the clothes, he let his hand linger on her soft, delicate fingers.

"Wha—what are you doing..." Feeling the warmth of his touch, Su Lan shivered involuntarily, her ears reddening as she hurriedly withdrew and hurried downstairs.

"Ah!"

Lin Li had just gotten dressed and descended the stairs when he heard a cry of pain from Su Lan.

"What happened, sister-in-law?" he asked.

Supporting her waist, Su Lan winced in pain. "I tried to move the flowerpot and twisted my back..."

"You should have let me handle it. How could you do it yourself..." Lin Li walked to her side and asked, "Can you walk?"

"No, it hurts too much..." Su Lan tried to take a step, but her face contorted in agony.

"Let me carry you upstairs to rest for a while..."

"That... might not be appropriate..." Su Lan hesitated awkwardly.

"It's nothing..." Lin Li didn't waste words and simply scooped her into his arms.

"Ah..." Su Lan gasped as she was cradled in a princess carry. She couldn't help but look up at Lin Li, only now realizing how much more handsome he appeared.

Bathed in his masculine energy, Su Lan blushed, her heart racing. How many years had it been since she'd felt such warmth? She could usually ignore thoughts of men, but at this moment, feeling the strength of a man's embrace once more, her mind was filled with thoughts not suitable for children.

Shame on you, Su Lan, she chided herself. He’s always calling you sister-in-law!